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966 Bear Creek Road

Walnut Shade, MO, 65771

4 bd4 ba3,040 sqftBuilt 2005

Listing courtesy of Foggy River Realty LLC · (417) 334-5433 · MLS# SOM60326527

List price

$687,500

$226/sqft

Listing description
Location, Location, Location! Nestled on scenic Bear Creek Road in sought-after Walnut Shade and located within the highly desirable Branson School District, this stunning 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath French Country-inspired cottage sits on 5 private acres and offers the perfect blend of character, comfort, and privacy.Tucked away in a peaceful setting, this one-of-a-kind home showcases timeless architecture and quality craftsmanship throughout. Step inside to find beautiful wood floors, granite countertops, custom cabinetry, and a spacious walk-in pantry designed for both everyday living and entertaining. The thoughtfully designed floor plan features a spacious primary suite with a walk-in closet, while the versatile bunk room offers endless possibilities as a game room, media room, home office, or additional guest space.Outside, enjoy the tranquility of country living with raised flower beds, a private drive, and abundant space to relax and take in the natural beauty surrounding the property. The oversized garage features 10' x 8' garage doors, providing ample room for vehicles, recreational equipment, storage, or workshop space.Whether you're searching for a full-time residence, vacation retreat, or private Ozarks getaway, this exceptional property delivers the serenity of rural living while remaining conveniently located just minutes from Branson, with easy access to Springfield, shopping, dining, entertainment, and area attractions.Buyer to verify square footage, acreage, and all property information.
Financial analysis

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Short-term rentals aren't permitted here, so this is underwritten as a long-term rental — monthly rent and vacancy instead of nightly rate and occupancy.

Monthly cash flow

-$2,476

Cap rate

2.1%

Cash-on-cash

-21.6%

DSCR

0.32

Est. annual revenue$27,379
Property tax($6,875)
Insurance($2,750)
Utilities($0)
HOA($0)
Management($2,190)
Maintenance reserve($1,369)
Total operating expenses($13,184)
Net operating income$14,195
Down payment$137,500
Loan amount$550,000
Monthly payment (P&I)$3,659.16
Annual debt service($43,910)
Annual cash flow-$29,715

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